Historical Events
- 1st British Film and Television Awards (BAFTAs): "The Best Years of Our Lives" Best Film
- 2nd British Film and Television Awards (BAFTAs): "Hamlet" Best Film
- Candid Camera, TV comedy show, moves to NBC
Famous Birthdays
- Brian Kidd, English soccer forward (England 2 caps, Manchester United, Arsenal, Manchester City) and manager (Preston NE, Blackburn Rovers), born in Manchester, England
- Francis Rossi, English singer-songwriter and guitarist (Status Quo), born in London, England
Famous Weddings
Anwar Sadat
Future President of Egypt Anwar Sadat (30) weds second wife, future human rights activist Jehan Raouf (15) in Egypt, entil his death in
Died in 1949 1949 Highlights
About May 29, 1949
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 74 years, 10 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Gemini
